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Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 12:11 Last night I decided to put my name forward to row the Atlantic in 2009!! I will be part of a 4 man team. The average crossing is about 2 months, and the record I believe is 37 days. The shortest point to point is nearly 3000 miles though weather conditions generally put you way off course for parts of the journey. Can't wait!!! The warriors are rowing the Atlantic!!!!!
Minu ~ The Master Posts: 2592 Minu ~ N u t r i t i o n I g n i t i o n C u l t i v a t i o n E x e r t i o n One can never be too N.I.C.E. BELT NOTCHES for 2008: - Mistressed the PULL-UP! - 2, 1.2km lake swims. Video of proper Squat form: http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 12:13 HOLY SHEEP SHIT! THAT is one cool-ass goal, Dean! Does one get paid for this, at least enough to cover the home bills while away? Man, I'm really happy for you! Can't wait to read about your incredible trek. AWESOME!
Minu ~ The Master Posts: 2592 Minu ~ N u t r i t i o n I g n i t i o n C u l t i v a t i o n E x e r t i o n One can never be too N.I.C.E. BELT NOTCHES for 2008: - Mistressed the PULL-UP! - 2, 1.2km lake swims. Video of proper Squat form: http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 12:18 Is this the outfit you'll be rowing with?
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 12:27 Quoting: Minu Does one get paid for this, at least enough to cover the home bills while away? Well, yes and no. Not directly, but I think the event will be quite beneficial for my coaching business, with huge levels of exposure and writing/ guest speaker opportunities will be sure to follow. I guess deep down though this has nothing to do with business, I just want to experience it all, and this is an opportunity in a lifetime!!!!!
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 12:28 Quoting: Minu Is this the outfit you'll be rowing with? I believe it is !! Still finalising the application. The prospect is absolutely amazing!!
Minu ~ The Master Posts: 2592 Minu ~ N u t r i t i o n I g n i t i o n C u l t i v a t i o n E x e r t i o n One can never be too N.I.C.E. BELT NOTCHES for 2008: - Mistressed the PULL-UP! - 2, 1.2km lake swims. Video of proper Squat form: http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 13:17 Quoting: wayofthewarrior I guess deep down though this has nothing to do with business, I just want to experience it all, and this is an opportunity in a lifetime!!!!! Indeed, but in the same breath, having a home to come home TO after that magnificent journey will be a major plus! I think this is just IMMENSE. YOU, sir are one of my human BEING heros.
Jeff Bristow Fitness Guru Posts: 280 Jeff Bristow I am trying to get fit and thin so that I can stop being the 'man that keeps getting fatter' and to help get my triglyceride count down to normal levels. http://blog.jeffbristow.com	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 13:44 That is a huge goal! So how does this work? Do you sleep on the boat?
Rob M. Fitness Guru Posts: 442 Rob M. SW: 268 (9/08/08) GW: 185 (4/08/09)	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 13:50 If you cross and land near Boston I will treat you to a Steak Dinner, lol.
Minu ~ The Master Posts: 2592 Minu ~ N u t r i t i o n I g n i t i o n C u l t i v a t i o n E x e r t i o n One can never be too N.I.C.E. BELT NOTCHES for 2008: - Mistressed the PULL-UP! - 2, 1.2km lake swims. Video of proper Squat form: http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 13:51 Yes, I'm keen to hear about all the details. I'm guessing there is a bigger boat nearby which you all sleep/eat/excrete on, and of course, from which all the kick ass photos are taken, non?
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:08 Wow, that is really cool. So, how are you going to post on Traineo while out to sea?
Rob M. Fitness Guru Posts: 442 Rob M. SW: 268 (9/08/08) GW: 185 (4/08/09)	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:11 A laptop with really strong wireless internet, lol.
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:17 - Edited by: wayofthewarrior Yes Minu, it would be nice to have a home to come back to. Things always work out though, I'm pretty happy go lucky like that, and I've always landed on my feet. Quoting: jeffbristow Do you sleep on the boat? Yes Quoting: RMontgomery If you cross and land near Boston I will treat you to a Steak Dinner, lol. Cool, though my geography is crap so I have no idea where that is. We actually finish in Antigua. Quoting: Minu I'm guessing there is a bigger boat nearby which you all sleep/eat/excrete on, and of course, from which all the kick ass photos are taken, non? Yes and no. There is a bigger boat about, and they'll come and rescue you if you are about to die. However, they are generally about 400 or so miles away from wherever you are so may not always be much use. Photos of the boat will probably occur when you leave, and when you land, or by other competitors in close proximity. Eating/ sleeping/ excreting will all take place aboard the tin bath. Well, the excreting will involve hanging over the side technically. I'm still brushing up on many of the details myself, though it appears that it is quite normal to just be naked throughout the race, as you are rowing in warm waters and you are constantly sweating/ exercising. (Hope we row near some honeybabes!! Imagine that!!). Also, we have to go overboard regularly and srcrub barnacles and stuff from the bottom of the tub as they slow you down. Hope Jaws isn't about when we do that!!
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:21 Quoting: timwilson Wow, that is really cool. So, how are you going to post on Traineo while out to sea? Good question!! Though with the likes of yourself about Tim, you won't miss me for long. Besides, once I do return I'll have a lot to share and hopefully it will be worth waiting for. Maybe I should arrange some speaking engagements across the pond so that I can come and tell you all about it first hand.
Rob M. Fitness Guru Posts: 442 Rob M. SW: 268 (9/08/08) GW: 185 (4/08/09)	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:23 Nothing like pooping next to naked men, lol.
Jeff Bristow Fitness Guru Posts: 280 Jeff Bristow I am trying to get fit and thin so that I can stop being the 'man that keeps getting fatter' and to help get my triglyceride count down to normal levels. http://blog.jeffbristow.com	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:27 Quoting: wayofthewarrior Also, we have to go overboard regularly and srcrub barnacles and stuff from the bottom of the tub as they slow you down. This whole thing sounds like an amazing adventure. Do you know when in 2009 this will begin? Training must be brutal for this. You are a Warrior!
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 14:29 Quoting: RMontgomery Nothing like pooping next to naked men, lol. Now you say it like that....... Quoting: jeffbristow Do you know when in 2009 this will begin? I believe it kicks off November/ December 2009 Quoting: jeffbristow Training must be brutal for this. You are a Warrior! That is so motivating to hear that!! Yes, I am a warrior!!
Cindy N Fitness Guru Posts: 733 Cindy N Goals This Week: Watch the Penguins beat the Red Wings in the Stanley Cup Finals!!! Continue getting up early for boot camp Heavy Strength Training 1x/wk Drink at least 1000ml water 5 out of 7 days Avoid crummy foods at least 3 days Goals Last Week: Watch the Penguins beat the Flyers in the playoffs!!! - COMPLETE!!!!! Continue getting up early for boot camp - COMPLETE, almost didn't make it 5/23 though Do the 1 mile test run in under 10 min. - DONE IN 10:10, close! Heavy Strength Training 1x/wk - Not this week :( Drink at least 1000ml water a day - Only 4 out of 7 days, and still no excuse May Goals: Run whole Race for the Cure 5K - COMPLETE! Boot Camp for 4 weeks starting 5/12 Get out of the "obese" range on the BMI chart (185.5) Upcoming: Son's graduation in June (lots of family and friends visiting) 10K in September 2008	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:00 Wow! This is just incredible! It's not often I don't have something to say, but this feat stuns me. Do you already row?
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:11 Quoting: wayofthewarrior Maybe I should arrange some speaking engagements across the pond so that I can come and tell you all about it first hand. There you go - that would be cool - then we could say we knew you when
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:12 Quoting: Cynthesis Do you already row? No, do you think I should start?
Minu ~ The Master Posts: 2592 Minu ~ N u t r i t i o n I g n i t i o n C u l t i v a t i o n E x e r t i o n One can never be too N.I.C.E. BELT NOTCHES for 2008: - Mistressed the PULL-UP! - 2, 1.2km lake swims. Video of proper Squat form: http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:12
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:13 Quoting: timwilson There you go - that would be cool - then we could say we knew you when And I could do the same and tell everyone that me and you were great motivation mates and how a part of you became the me that achieved it!!
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:14 Quoting: wayofthewarrior And I could do the same and tell everyone that me and you were great motivation mates and how a part of you became the me that achieved it!! Ok - now you are just playing to my ego But go right ahead - I don't mind
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:26 Quoting: timwilson Ok - now you are just playing to my ego Partly, but then I don't believe in 'blowing smoke up peoples asses' Give praise where prasie is due, and only where praise is due.
Dave Nicholson The Master Posts: 2094 Dave Nicholson I'm basically trying to get in shape and be healthy... diaryofthefatman.blogspot.com I like participating in sports but I want to be more competitive. Also I'm with Kevin Spacey from American Beauty - good reason :) I'm looking to lose about a hundred lbs in the course of a year, and basically to just consistently get better. And I love comments and messages, so keep 'em coming! I talk about goal setting a lot, how about I actually set some? Well it's time to revisit goals... I didn't do too well with my end of year plans, but learned some things and changed my plans up a bit as I went along. During the 5-7 weeks of the year, I was able to put on about 8-10lbs of muscle, and stay at the same actual weight. The plan is to start the Strong Lifts 5X5 program to supplement the Couch to 5K program, and that should last the next 8-12 weeks. I'm updating goals as well. Lowering cholesterol remains a goal, and I'll find out about that at the end of August. Been bouncing around a bit, but getting a little stricter again and will monitor that over the next 3-4 weeks. I feel poised to really lose some weight again, so I'm looking forward to the healthy eating and additional exercise.	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 15:44 Wow! This is awesome Dean, and SO exciting!!! kudos for for not just having what it takes to do something physical like this, but the ability to just take the time required to get it done. I'm looking forward to hearing about the training and eventually updates on the actual row! and Antigua is NO WHERE NEAR Boston, you'd have to row another 2500 miles for that steak The North Atlantic route brings you close to us...
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 18:12 Quoting: nicholman I'm looking forward to hearing about the training and eventually updates on the actual row! Of course, I'm sure we can sort something out. Will probably be able to get some stuff in the newsletter and blog the rest. Quoting: nicholman and Antigua is NO WHERE NEAR Boston, you'd have to row another 2500 miles for that steak Bummer! I'm sure we'll find something to eat in Antigua cos by then I expect we'll be starving!
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 18:51 - Edited by: timwilson Quoting: wayofthewarrior Partly, but then I don't believe in 'blowing smoke up peoples asses' Give praise where prasie is due, and only where praise is due. Thanks! Quoting: wayofthewarrior Posted: 27 Feb 2008 13:12 Bummer! I'm sure we'll find something to eat in Antigua cos by then I expect we'll be starving! Kill you a shark or two - they should be good. You could spear one when you are swimming naked
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 20:02 Quoting: timwilson You could spear one when you are swimming naked Now that's Warrior training!!
Splint Chesthair Fitness Guru Posts: 471 Splint Chesthair Do I contradict myself? Very well then I contradict myself, (I am large, I contain multitudes.) http://splintchesthair.blogspot.com/	# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 20:26 Well, good luck and all. I wish I could say I was jealous but 'f' that. Watch out for the giant squids.
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1178 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 00:40 Quoting: splint I wish I could say I was jealous but 'f' that. They could prove to be very wise words, though sense isn't always at home when I set myself goals. Truth be told, I'm sh*****g myself!! And I don't have to do it for another 18 months.
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 01:15 Quoting: wayofthewarrior I'm sh*****g myself!! And I don't have to do it for another 18 months. Doesn't that attract sharks? I am sure you will do awesome, that is some hefty goals you set for yourself.... but awesome at the same time!

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